It can be frustrating to watch your toddler or your baby suffer from a cold or a bad cough. But giving them over-the-counter medicines is not usually a good idea.

The ability of doctors to care for newborns with birth defects continues to improve in the US. Babies who may have died from a serious defect decades ago are more likely to survive now.

Pregnant women have so many things to consider and discuss with their doctors as they prepare for birth, including the use of supplements or natural remedies. But is this subject getting enough discussion time between patients and physicians?

In the US, the odds of newborn babies seeing their first birthday are looking better. The drop in deaths may be a good sign for overall health of the nation.

Difficulty sleeping is a common problem during pregnancy. Women often report being unable to sleep comfortably. However, how pregnant women sleep might affect their babies.

Both pre-eclampsia and gestational diabetes are serious pregnancy complications that require medical attention. However, they might be signs of later health issues to watch for as well.

Breastfeeding is recommended for at least the first year of a child's life by multiple health organizations. Women who breastfeed longer may wonder how that affects their child.

It's already known that premature babies are at risk for developmental issues as they grow. But for babies born on time, how much difference does one or two weeks make?

Parents sing lullabies to their children all across the world. For the littlest babies, though, lullabies and other musical sounds might do more than calm a baby's crying.

Gestational diabetes is one common pregnancy complication women might face. How much can a woman's diet influence her treatment for this condition?